5 Tips to Prepare Fans for Warm Weather

Ceiling fans have become quite the adored asset in homes across the country,
especially in the South during summertime. So, it should be no surprise
that nearly two-thirds of American households contain one, according to
HomeEnergy.org. They offer a practical option for homeowners who are looking
to decrease their summer electric bills while adding a decorative substitute
for standard light fixtures.

With warmer weather finally approaching, now is a great time to clean up
and check in on the fans in your home before the heavy heat hits. Here
are five tips we have put together to help you prepare your fans for late
spring and early summer.

1. Eliminate Dust

Cleaning your ceiling fans after the winter is an easy way to avoid circulating
dust in your home. Lay down an old sheet or plastic trash bags below your
fan to catch falling debris, and then use a duster to knock off the dust
bunnies on the blades. After you get rid of the unsightly dust, be sure
to follow up with a damp cloth to clean off any additional mess.

2. Stay Safe

This is also the time to check and see if your ceiling fans’ blades
are warped or damaged. You may need to replace your blades in order for
the fan to work properly. It’s better to find the damage now than
deal with a fan that doesn’t cool you off once summer begins!

3. Change Direction

Change your ceiling fan’s direction so that air is blowing down into
the room. Most fans feature a switch on the ceiling fan mount that will
change the direction. This will help keep your rooms cooler, and it will
also allow you to keep your air conditioner set at a higher temperature.
It’s a simple step you can take to reduce your bills this summer!

4. Save Energy

While you’re cleaning your ceiling fan, consider switching out your
light bulbs to more efficient ones that will save you energy and put off
less heat. LED light bulbs are the better lighting choice when you’re
replacing bulbs.

5. Clean Clutter

Clean any portable fans that may have dust built up on their exterior.
You’ll want to keep those extra fans clean when you’re cooling
off after a long day out in the heat. Make sure you place these fans in
an area free of clutter to be safe!

To ensure optimum comfort levels in your home this summer, consider adding
a zoning system and ensuring that your ducts are sealed to dramatically
reduce energy loss.
Your Comfort Company is standing by ready to help!